About the opportunity
The Isoform Analysis group in the Section for Bioinformatics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is seeking an enthusiastic PhD student. The successful candidate will work on isoform-level analysis of omics data, combining both method development and applied analysis. The research group operates under a ‘people first’ leadership philosophy, prioritizing personal wellbeing, scientific curiosity, diversity, and personal growth. The PhD candidate will receive support and autonomy within a collaborative, diverse scientific environment.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time employment for a period of 3 years
- Salary and appointment terms based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Access to state-of-the-art high-performance computing (HPC) environments
- Relocation support, including a monthly free 'PhD relocation to Denmark and startup Zoom seminar' for international candidates
- A rewarding and challenging job in an international, collegial, and academically free environment
Who can apply?
- Must hold a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) in bioinformatics or an equivalent degree
- Excellent programming skills in R and Python
- Experience in the applied analysis of single-cell RNA-sequencing data, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publication(s)
- Experience in developing, benchmarking, and validating bioinformatics tools and computational methods, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publication(s)
- Applied experience with isoform analysis using both transcriptomics and proteomics data
- Experience with reproducible computational research (including version control, Unix/Linux environments, and high-performance computing)
- Experience in collecting, organizing, integrating, and analyzing large and complex biological datasets
Required documents
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter, maximum 1 page)
- Curriculum vitae (with stated GPA for BSc and MSc)
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma in English (including official description of the grading scale)
- Letters of recommendation (mandatory)
When to apply
- Application deadline: October 2, 2026, at 23:59 Danish time
- Starting date: January 1, 2027, or by mutual agreement
- Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master's degree, but cannot start until it is received
How to apply
- Click on the 'Apply Now' link on the official job portal
- Fill out the online application form
- Combine all required application materials into a single PDF file in English
- Attach the single PDF file and submit the online application before the deadline
Additional information
- The scholarship is subject to academic approval and enrolment in one of DTU's general PhD programmes.
- Open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates due to security and export control rules for critical technology.
- All interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background, are encouraged to apply.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Master's degree holders in bioinformatics with excellent R and Python skills.
- Researchers with peer-reviewed publications in bioinformatics tool development and single-cell RNA-seq.
- Those experienced in reproducible computational research and Unix/Linux environments.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires a very specific set of high-level programming skills in R and Python.
- The position is a temporary 3-year contract.
- Relocation to Kgs. Lyngby is required as the role is on-site.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This PhD scholarship is a strategic move for someone wanting to specialize in isoform-level omics analysis. With access to high-performance computing (HPC) environments and a 'people first' leadership philosophy, it is a a great way to build a advanced computational biology portfolio.
Our take
Perfect for bioinformatics experts with a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications in single-cell RNA-sequencing and isoform analysis.
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